Category: Faith

It’s a line I’ve heard dozens of times in Home Alone 2, but for some reason it landed differently this year. In one scene, Kevin says, “Your heart might still be broken, but it isn’t gone. If it was gone, you wouldn’t be so nice.” There’s something about helping someone else that brings healing to … Continue reading One Overlooked Practice to Find Healing When You’re Hurting

“But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart.” - Luke 2:19 (ESV) In the midst of the chaos of that first Christmas, Mary chose to pause and ponder the wonder of what God had invited her into. Don’t let the busyness of this week cause you to miss the hope God … Continue reading One Practice to Make The Week of Christmas More Meaningful

God is closer than you think. When we fall short or face rejection and hardship, it can feel like we have to “earn our way” back into His presence. But while healing takes time, God is never far. He’s not playing Hide and Seek—He’s playing Seek and Find.

It’s okay if this isn’t the best Christmas ever. You don’t have to keep up with the Joneses to enjoy the season. Often, a simple and low-key Christmas—centered around the few traditions you actually enjoy—is more than enough. Christmas was meant to bless you, not stress you. Jesus said His yoke is easy and His … Continue reading When You’re Struggling to Have “The Best Christmas Ever”

Worry is mental time travel to the worst possible future. We call it “planning ahead,” but sometimes we're really just trying to control what we can’t. Prepare for tomorrow-and enjoy the blessings that are available to you today.

The violence of this weekend is heartbreaking. I wish the holiday season could shield us from the horrors of sin, but it doesn’t. The violence and brokenness in our world remind us all the more of our need for a Savior. The Gospel gives us hope for the future even as we mourn the tragedies … Continue reading When Tragedy Happens